Head of Information Technology

Head of IT

Rotterdam (Hybrid)

80,000 - €100,000 + Benefits Package

Retail / Manufacturing

We're partnering with a leading global retail business in the midst of a major IT and business transformation to appoint a Head of IT based in Rotterdam. This pivotal leadership role will drive the strategic direction, delivery, and operational performance of all IT functions across the region, with a focus on technology innovation, infrastructure, enterprise platforms, and digital enablement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior IT leader to shape and modernise the technology landscape of a complex, fast-paced multinational environment, without direct responsibility for IT service management.

Key responsibilities :

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of IT strategy across infrastructure, applications, digital, and data platforms in alignment with business goals
• Oversee large-scale IT transformation programmes including cloud migration, systems integration, and technology modernisation
• Manage IT operations across corporate, retail, logistics, and digital environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, and efficiency
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and senior leadership to prioritise technology initiatives and drive innovation
• Drive data and analytics capability to support business intelligence and strategic decision-making
• Govern IT security, risk management, business continuity, and compliance in line with global standards and local regulatory requirements
• Lead cross-functional and geographically distributed IT teams, promoting a culture of accountability, agility, and high performance
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, partners, and external providers to ensure delivery of value and service excellence
• Define and manage IT budgets, track performance, and deliver on cost-efficiency goals

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